Learn English

If you or someone you know would like to learn to speak basic English, we can help. Our tutors work with small groups of learners to help them achieve fluency in ordinary English communication. Students must be 18 years of age or older and a resident of Hillsborough County, Florida.

To register as a student with the Hillsborough Literacy Council please call 813.273.3650 and leave a message. We will return your call as quickly as possible. Please be sure to state your name and phone number clearly. If you will need a translator, please let us know what language you speak. Our office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM.

Our tutoring program is for adults who need to learn to speak basic English. If you need more advanced English language classes, check out thislist of programs.

If you would like to practice speaking English without getting a tutor, or while you wait to be matched with a tutor, please visit our English Practicepage to learn more about our “Conversation Corner” groups.

The Hillsborough Literacy Council, Inc. (HLC) is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization committed to helping adults achieve basic reading and writing skills as well as English comprehension and communication skills. The Hillsborough Literacy Council is governed by a Board of Directors. It is affiliated with the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System.

The Hillsborough Literacy Council began as a library program in 1986, and incorporated as a 501 (c)(3) in 1992. The Library System provides meeting space in more than 20 libraries throughout Hillsborough County, as well as staff support and office space.